Recycle old electronics this weekend and get free admission to Detroit Zoo
Visit the Detroit Zoo for free this weekend while clearing out old electronics that you no longer need.
Detroit Zoo euthanizes beloved camel Rusty
The Bactrian camel lived at the zoo for 16 years, raising four offspring with his mate Suren. He was euthanized last week.
Detroit Zoo's Atticus waddles into semi-finals of March of the Penguin Madness - How to vote for him
The Detroit Zoo's newest penguin, Atticus, continues to advance in this year's March of the Penguin Madness bracket.
Detroit Zoo welcomes new new polar bear to Arctic Ring of Life
The Detroit Zoo has welcomed Haley, a 22-year-old polar bear, to its Arctic Ring of Life.
2 Detroit Zoo penguins competing in March of the Penguin Madness - How to vote for them
Learn about penguins while you help two of Detroit Zoo's flightless birds on their mission to be named this year's March of the Penguin Madness champion.
Detroit Zoo unveils newest penguin, Atticus
Meet the Detroit Zoo's newest penguin chick, a big ball of fluff named Atticus.
Detroit Zoo, Belle Isle Nature Center again closed due to bitter cold
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center are closed Wednesday due to extreme cold.
Detroit Zoo closed Tuesday due to bitter cold
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center are both closed Tuesday due to extreme cold.
Detroit Zoo welcomes African Lion named Kalu to its pride
Kalu officially joined the zoo in November, becoming the third addition to the exhibit. He joins females Asha and Amirah, who joined the zoo in 2019.
Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo starts this weekend -- What to expect this season
Wild Lights, an annual holiday tradition at the Detroit Zoo, kicks off this weekend.
Detroit Zoo announces new 7-acre immersive experience where guests can pet stingrays, brush goats
The Detroit Zoo plans to open Discovery Trails, an immersive seven-acre experience featuring up-close encounters with numerous animals and educational experiences, in 2026.
Detroit Zoo holding contest to name baby gorilla after discovering it's a girl
Detroit Zoo gorilla Bandia finally let staff close enough to see the sex of her baby, the zoo's first baby gorilla in its 96-year history. It's a girl! And you can help name her.
'A truly special bear': Detroit Zoo grizzly bear dies after months of health issues
After months of suffering from health issues, the Detroit Zoo made the difficult decision to euthanize Mike, a beloved grizzly bear, on Wednesday.
Summer Sips: Adult-only night coming to Detroit Zoo
Sip cocktails and stroll the Detroit Zoo in your best cruise attire at Summer Sips.
New Detroit Zoo water tower design unveiled
The Detroit Zoo revealed its new water tower design, along with new logos and websites for the zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center.
Detroit zoo says goodbye to beloved otter Lucius
Lucius was part of an inseparable pair that became the Detroit Zoo's first otter parents in 50 years. He was known as an excellent father who was always patient with his pups, the zoo said.
Detroit Zoo warns of discount ticket scam
The Detroit Zoo said a post offering a pack of tickets for a discount is a scam.
Recycle old electronics and get free admission to the Detroit Zoo
Bring electronics to the Detroit Zoo for recycling and receive free entry to the zoo.
Detroit Zoo introduces king penguin that hatched last summer
The Detroit Zoo revealed its newest member of its penguin colony on Thursday. Guests at the zoo won't see him at the Polk Penguin Conservation Center until he develops his waterproof feathers.
Detroit zoo euthanizes beloved sea otter after sudden illness
Ollie was a favorite among her caretakers and guests at the zoo. She got sick on Dec. 30 before succumbing to her illness soon after.